# Glamorous Snakeskin Gowns The Altuzarra Spring Summer 2011 Collection Gets Wild By trendstop.com | Published 2010-09-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deluxe-snakeskin References: [trendstop](http://www.trendstop.com) & [josephaltuzarra](http://josephaltuzarra.com/) The featured Altuzarra Spring Summer 2011 collection was successfully displayed at New York Fashion Week 2010 with a little West coast bling. Featuring [patchwork deluxe snakeskin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ophidian-mini-bag-collection) that is deliciously decadent, the Altuzarra Spring Summer 2011 collection also consisted of cut-outs and panels adorn floor sweeping gowns. Confident plunging necklines reiterated an eighties femme fatale, presenting an incredible an mesmerizing outlook. **Implications** - Animal skins have served as a sign of luxury and opulence in the fashion industry for decades now, with couturiers constantly seeking the newest, hottest pelt or leather to incorporate into a collection. [Snakeskin fits the bill](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-martens-year-of-the-snake) perfectly because of its [naturally geometric pattern](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-snake) and exoticism that the avant-garde will adore. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Snakeskin Fashion:** Opportunities for designers to incorporate snakeskin motifs into their collections for a luxurious and exotic aesthetic. - **Patchwork Design:** Innovative use of patchwork techniques to create unique and visually stunning garments, offering a fresh take on traditional fashion. - **Plunging Necklines:** Reintroduction of bold and confident plunging necklines reminiscent of the 1980s, presenting a strong and alluring look for fashion-forward individuals. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Design:** Opportunities for fashion designers to explore snakeskin patterns, patchwork designs, and bold necklines to create cutting-edge garments. - **Luxury Goods:** Potential for luxury brands to incorporate snakeskin materials and patchwork techniques into their products, appealing to consumers seeking exclusive and high-end items. - **Event Management:** Opportunities for event organizers to curate fashion shows that showcase snakeskin fashion trends and highlight the bold and alluring nature of plunging necklines. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [LNY-Inspired Technical Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-snake-collection-1.md) - [Colorful Zodiac Motif Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-x-kaws.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Sustainable Statement Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animalia.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [LNY-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivienne-westwoods-lunar-new-year.md) - [Inaugural Designer-Led Ready-To-Wear Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-victorias-secret.md)